Physical Therapist - Inpatient Float

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$41-$57/hr

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Job Description

About Arnot Health

Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.

Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.

Learn more at arnothealth.org.

Main Function

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment programs, and provides therapeutic interventions following the principles of Physical Therapy. This role collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary care team and reports to the Clinical Coordinator of Rehab Services.

What You'll Do

  • Review therapy requisitions and evaluate patients' physical condition and needs.
  • Develop treatment plans including therapeutic exercise, gait training, soft tissue techniques, modalities, and functional training.
  • Instruct patients in proper use of mobility aids, braces, prosthetics, and equipment.
  • Reassess and modify treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical judgment.
  • Communicate with physicians and team members to coordinate patient care.
  • Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
  • Provide guidance to rehab support staff assisting with patient care.
  • Maintain safety standards, equipment, and infection control procedures.
  • Assist with departmental quality initiatives and committee participation.
  • Transport patients when necessary and support Senior Therapists in their absence.
  • Participate in ongoing education, trainings, and professional development.
  • Provide age‑appropriate care to patients across all age groups.

Education & Licensure

  • Must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) as a Physical Therapist in New York State.
  • BLS required within 90 days of hire.

Experience

Hospital/acute care experience preferred.

Physical Demands

  • Moderate to significant physical effort including lifting, pushing, and pulling.
  • Must be able to lift 30 lbs independently and up to 150 lbs with assistance.

Exposure Category

Category II: No routine exposure to blood or body fluids; may occasionally perform Category I tasks.

Infection Control

Follow all universal precautions during patient care.

Pay Range Disclosure

Standard Rate of $41.00 - $57.00 per hour plus benefits

Centralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients and develops individualized treatment programs to provide therapeutic interventions. They collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care and document progress.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in New York State. Hospital or acute care experience is preferred, and BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningMobility aid instructionDocumentationInterdisciplinary collaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 50% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

In New York, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (763 salary observations; 1,875 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,149 salary observations; 57,960 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in New York?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$85k–$119kPhysical Therapy median $94k (middle half $71k–$98k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026
New York vs national$98k median in New York$94k nationally (+5%)763 state / 15,149 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$94k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in New York771 active21,803 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 50% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Benefits & Perks

38 jobs · 17 employers
401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
68%
Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
34%
Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,942 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.